Welcome to another edition of Retro Rewind, the original TGJ feature whipped up to celebrate TV & Film’s moving past.

Today, as she continues to impact the world of politics from ABC’s ‘The View‘, we honour the actress Whoopi Goldberg by revisiting her 1996 movie ‘Ghosts of Mississippi.’

In it, Goldberg tells the true story of the civil rights activist Medgar Evers who was murdered by a white supremacist named Byron De La Beckwith.

Alas, justice evaded the murderer for twenty-five years when two juries decided not to find him guilty…and evidence linked to the case simply “disappeared”.

This did little to stop Evers’ wife from Myrlie (portrayed by Whoopi) from seeking the truth from beneath the debris of corruption and prejudice Beckwith was shielded by.

What happens next?

Meet the ‘Ghosts of Mississippi’ below…

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November 18th brought with it the long-awaited third album from one of modern music’s eminent male performers – Bruno Mars.

Titled ’24k Magic,’ the project – launched to charts on the backs of its title track (which skyrocketed to the Billboard Hot 100’s top 5) and its 90’s slow jam-inspired follow-up ‘Versace on the Floor’ – is a themed affair that gives music lovers a ride down music’s memory lane.  A clear answer to fans thanks to the overwhelming response to Mars’ 2014 knockout hit ‘Uptown Funk,’ ‘Magic’ almost acts as a full length version of ‘Funk’ in that almost every song on the project is sonically reminiscent of some of R&B’s most prized offerings from the late 80’s and early 90’s.

Gimmicky or daring?  Some music lovers can’t decide.  Yet, while many are praising the singer/songwriter’s willingness to go against the grain of what most of today’s chart-toppers are offering, there is an eery lack of buzz surrounding the project.  The worrying notion is supported by early predictions that indicate the album could sell as little as 125k its first week.

While we await the official prediction (set to drop later today), we turn to you – as always – to ask:

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With industry predictions for Bruno Mars’ third album, ’24K Magic’ (released today), well below expectation (more on that tomorrow), fans can expect to see more of the chart-topping crooner to their television screens this week with hopes of reversing the tide.

In fact, Bruno-lovers will be #blessed with a double dosage of the divo on November 20 when he not only opens the 2016 American Music Awards, but will also be the subject of a candid interview with ’60 Minutes.’  Airing this Sunday at 7:30 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT on CBS, the singer/songwriter is inviting viewers to his Hawaiian childhood home and will reportedly chronicle his road from tragedy to triumph.

In what looks to be a compelling watch, hop under the jump to watch the interviews’ official teaser:

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As their monster hit ‘Starboy’ continues to to dominate radio and streaming alike, The Weeknd and Daft Punk reunite for a follow-up with ‘I Feel It Coming.’

Released today, the tune – a chill affair in comparison to the energetic ‘Starboy’ – comes as a dual release for the Canadian crooner who also dropped the Lana Del Rey co-penned ‘Party Monster.’  Also featuring background vocals from the ‘High by the Beach’ beauty, ‘Monster’ and ‘Coming’ come to fans after the critically acclaimed number ‘False Alarm.’

Keen to hear what the hitmaker is serving up next from his highly anticipated third album?  It awaits below:

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A week on, Donald Trump‘s shock win in the US presidential election is still leaving an unfortunate taste in the mouths of millions.

One of those especially irked by the new president elect is Fifth Harmony member Lauren Jauregui. 

In an open letter published in Billboard, the 20-year-old expresses her extreme frustrations with Trump, his supporters, and their shared beliefs.

Perhaps most notable were her reasons. For, she asserts: “I am a bisexual Cuban-American woman and so proud.” An emphatic reference, no doubt, to Trump’s problematic stance on immigration, women, and the LGBTQ community.

Her candidness in specific regard to the latter is the first time the star has publicly discussed her sexuality.

The letter, though long, makes for a compelling read.

Check out it in full after the jump…

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Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony made headlines last night after sharing a kiss on-stage at the 2016 Latin Grammy Awards.

Beyond their well-documented history (see: marriage and children), the smooch came as a surprise Anthony is currently married to Shannon De Lima.

Well, it appears the latter won’t be the case for much longer. Because the couple have reportedly split.

Details below…

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Trey Songz has been musically missing in action for much of the year, but pulls the “trigga” early on Christmas with new song ‘Comin’ Home.’

Billed as a special “gift” to fans, the 30-year-old unwrapped the track today and you can hear it right here on That Grape Juice.

Take a listen below…

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JoJo continues to show ‘Mad Love’ to her legion of loyal fans.

This time it comes in the form of an unplugged version of recent single ’No Apologies.’

The cut is lifted from the songbird’s long-awaited third album, which debuted inside the top 5 of the Billboard 200 last month.

Stripped back and raw is how we like our JoJo and she more than shows why here.

Take a listen below…

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As blockbusters go, few are bigger than King Kong. Hence, there’s already feverish buzz surrounding the latest instalment of the iconic franchise.

Titled ‘Kong: Skull Island,’ the flick stars Tom Hiddleston, Brie Larson, and Samuel L. Jackson.

This go round, the film reimagines the origin of the mythic Kong in a compelling, original adventure directed by  director Jordan Vogt-Roberts. In this flick, a diverse team of explorers is brought together to venture deep into an uncharted island in the Pacific—as beautiful as it is treacherous—unaware that they’re crossing into the domain of the mythic Kong.

Due tot hit theaters on March 17th 2017, the first action-packed trailer has been uncaged. Check it out below…

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Guess which superstar stepped out in sneaker-friendly style with his friends recently.

Hint: This beaucoup-buck making star is currently leading his field with his ratings-pulling performances and has been enjoying the company of the socialite/aspiring supermodel Bella Hadid.

Still not sure who it is?

Find out below…

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Fans of the hit TV series ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta’ were shocked to learn news of Apollo Nida, who rose to fame via his marriage to cast member Phaedra Parks, was to wed another woman…from behind bars.

Said shock intensified when it emerged that his bride-to-be had joined ‘Housewives’ cast and would appear in its current season…alongside Parks.

What they didn’t know is who the bride-to-be was?

This week, before her appearance on the show kicks off, she has outed herself.

Meet Sherien below…

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Last night’s winter finale of ‘How To Get Away With Murder’ sent shockwaves through TV screens after the mystery of who was #UnderTheSheet was solved.

Unanticipated spoilers make us itch, so we won’t say who it was.

However, following the blockbuster broadcast, the individual stopped by Jimmy Kimmel Live! to discuss their exit.

Also was touched on was how they found out about their character’s fate, as well as their  role in the rest of the season (which continues on January  19th).

 Watch below…

[Warning: Major Spoiler]

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